Would like your tube amp recommendation


I've got Magnepan 20.1s, PrimaLuna Dialogue Premium preamp, Accuphase P1000 SS amplifier, with digital source (Byrston BDP1/BDA1).  It's a pretty sweet sound, but looking for something a little more musical with a larger sound stage.

I like the PrimaLuna preamp, and was wondering what to expect if I replace the Accuphase with PrimaLuna Prologue or Dialogue monoblocks.  Would they drive the Maggies?

Thanks,
Richard
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A lot will depend on your room size and listening preferences, but the 20.1 was/is an excellent speaker, although I do agree it seems to need some power. But you can drive it quite successfully with less than 300 watts. Jim Winey used to make a point of telling me every time he saw me that the MG-20s he heard at Johnathon Valin's house sounded the best he had ever heard, driven by our MA-2s. I've also heard the MG20.7s driven by a pair of ARC  Ref 150s which worked great as well.

Whatever sensitivity/efficiency number the speaker has, add 6db to deal with the fact that its a line source and you will get a better idea of how easy it is to drive.